Antique engraving by Rouargue Freres, 1857
€75.00
This authentic antique print, measuring 17.7 cm × 12 cm , created by Rouargue Freres as a fine example of Antique engraving work from the 19th Century (1800s).
Published by Imp. F. Chardon, it is preserved in Very Good condition and displays remarkable period craftsmanship.
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This vintage engraving shows the famous Place de la Concorde square in Paris. Created by the Rouargue Freres and published by Imp. F. Chardon in 1857, the steel engraving measures 12 by 17.7 cm. The print is in very good condition with fine detail and classic tinting. Rouargue Freres were well-known 19th-century Parisian engravers who captured iconic city scenes. Place de la Concorde is renowned for its historical significance and beautiful architecture. This print is perfect for collectors of Parisian art and lovers of French history. Owning this vintage Place de la Concorde engraving brings a piece of Parisian culture and 19th-century craftsmanship to your home or gallery.
Rouargue Frères (Adolphe and Émile Rouargue, active 1830s–1860s) were French brothers known as painters, engravers, and lithographers. Adolphe (1810–1884) painted and etched; Émile (c.1795–1865) focused on etching and designs. They created detailed steel engravings of city views, landmarks, and historical scenes for books like Paris histories. Collectors value their colorful vue d’optique-style prints for artistic quality and 19th-century detail.
The 19th century marked the era of cartography, as mapmaking became professional, organized, and global. Scientists and surveyors used improved instruments and statistical methods, turning maps into trusted scientific documents with greater precision. Surveying advanced with triangulation, precise tools, and national topographic programs. Printing technology improved, adopting lithography and early color printing to produce clearer, richer maps. New thematic maps used techniques like choropleth, flow lines, and dot density to show data visually. Notably, Charles Minard pioneered multivariate mapping, combining multiple data themes on one map.
Map design reflected industrial and Victorian tastes, balancing detail and readability. Governments supported mapping societies to control territories at home and abroad. Maps became essential for urban planning, empire-building, and scientific research. The 19th century also fostered a global map culture, sharing knowledge internationally. Today, 19th-century maps are prized for their science and artistry. They laid the foundation for modern cartography, data visualization, and geographic information science, and are celebrated by collectors and institutions for their insight into industrial-age geography and culture.
| Dimensions | 17.7 × 12 cm |
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| Published by | Imp. F. Chardon |
| Publish Date | 1857 |
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| Technique | Antique engraving |
| Frame | No Frame |
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Smaller prints are shipped in acid-free, flat protective packaging, while larger works are securely rolled and sent in a sturdy tube to preserve their condition.
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Our highest classification. These prints are clean, bright, and exceptionally well-preserved, featuring a strong and crisp image. No notable imperfections.
Prints in this condition show a clean, sharp image. Paper quality or margin size may vary slightly. Minor age-related characteristics, such as small wormholes, light toning, or tiny separations may be present depending on the print date.
No major imperfections. Any minor flaws or historical repairs are fully noted in the product description. Overall a well-preserved and collectible piece.
These prints show noticeable imperfections such as foxing, weaker image strength, or longer separations, but remain collectible. All visible characteristics are clearly described.
